CR

Chlidanthus soratensis

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Chlidanthus soratensis faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted high-altitude range in Bolivia. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation from cattle trampling and soil erosion. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Andean region pose additional pressures on the remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Amaryllidaceae species inhabits high-altitude grasslands and rocky slopes in the Bolivian Andes, typically found in montane environments between 3,000-4,000 meters elevation. It grows in well-drained soils among native grasses and shrubs in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chlidanthus soratensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Chlidanthus soratensis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Chlidanthus soratensis faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted high-altitude range in Bolivia. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation from cattle trampling and soil erosion. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Andean region pose additional pressures on the remaining populations.
Where does Chlidanthus soratensis live?
Chlidanthus soratensis occurs in Bolivia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Chlidanthus soratensis?
The main threats to Chlidanthus soratensis are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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